Alva Facades

Features

Material
Extruded porcelain tiles
Tiles Thickness
20 mm
Fixation Type
Invisible fixation
Tile Preparation
Factory-formed edge groove across the full tile width
Fixing System
Continuous horizontal aluminum profiles inserted into grooves
Substructure Profiles
L- and T-shaped vertical aluminum profiles
Tile Orientation
Horizontal
Tile Compatibility
Extruded tiles with integrated edge grooves (factory-made)
Recommended Joint
10 mm

Extruded Porcelain Kerf System

This concealed fixing system is tailored for 20 mm extruded porcelain tiles with factory-integrated full-width grooves. Horizontal aluminum profiles insert directly into tile kerfs, creating a seamless, hardware-free façade appearance.Ideal for applications requiring clean lines and durability, the system supports horizontal or vertical installation and works with various substructure profiles. Pre-grooved tiles reduce prep time while ensuring precise engagement. As a dry mechanical system, it eliminates adhesives, shortens construction timelines, and improves environmental performance—maintaining joint alignment and long-term structural stability under wind and thermal stress.

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Performance Characteristics

Designed for use with 20 mm extruded porcelain tiles
Factory-made kerf grooves enable clean, concealed mechanical fixing
Precise alignment and joint consistency ensured by preformed grooves
Supports only horizontal tile installation
Tiles replacement is possible depending on fixing layout
Suitable for both standard and complex façade geometries
Engineered to withstand wind pressure, thermal movement, and local code requirement
Optimized for efficient installation and long-term façade performance

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Component Breakdown

1- Structural Support Wall: Concrete, CMU, or framed substrate (not supplied)
2- • Waterproofing Layer: Moisture protection for the wall assembly (not supplied)
3- Thermal Insulation: Placed behind substructure for improved energy efficiency (not supplied)
4- Mechanical Anchors: Fix aluminum brackets to the supporting wall
5- Thermal Break Pads: Reduce thermal bridging and prevent galvanic reactions
6- Aluminum Brackets: L-shaped, used to define cavity depth and support vertical profiles
7- Vertical Aluminum Profiles: L- or T-shaped profiles supporting horizontal kerf fixings
8- Kerf Continuous Profiles: Horizontal profiles inserted into upper and lower tile grooves for concealed fixing
9- Porcelain Tiles : 20 mm thick tiles with factory-integrated full-width edge grooves